How We Decide What Cases We Take

Since demand for our services far exceeds the availability of our staff and attorneys, cases are selected based on available resources and our priority areas. If your problem is not accepted as a case, you have the right to appeal our decision.

In deciding whether we can represent you directly, we will consider:

The details of your case

Other resources available to you

Your ability to advocate for yourself

Whether your problem falls within one of our service areas as determined through public surveys and board approval

Availability of resources within our organization

The extent to which your case may benefit others with disabilities

Please remember that we only represent people with disabilities.

What We Don’t Do

Unfortunately we are not able to provide financial assistance, and we do not provide legal services in the following areas:

Bankruptcy

Criminal Law

Family Law (divorce, child custody, etc.)

Identity Theft

Malpractice

Mortgage Foreclosure

Personal Injury

Probate

Property

Social Security Determinations or Appeals

Wills

If you need general information referral regarding services available to people with disabilities in Texas, please call 2-1-1.